Lisa Alger

Compassionate Registered Practical Nurse with experience at Winchester District Memorial Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and wound care. Proven ability to communicate effectively with healthcare teams and families, ensuring coordinated care. Skilled in medication administration and time management, dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and recovery.

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 03/25
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, 02/23
• GPA Certificate, 09/22

• Answer and direct phone calls, schedule patient appointments, and maintain patient records.
• Prepare and distribute medical prescriptions, confirming patient data accuracy.
• Manage office tasks such as filing, data entry, and handling medical records.
• Handle account settlements and ensure accurate billing at the end of the day.

• Ensure proper procurement and labeling of specimen samples for testing.
• Perform various laboratory procedures such as urinalysis dipstick, blood smear, and staining.
• Prepare and transport samples for testing, ensuring they are suitable for analysis.
• Operate laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, and perform quality control checks.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment to adhere to health and safety standards.

• Patient Care: Provide bedside baths, assist with peri-care, dressing, and toileting. Administer feeds and assist with patient mobility.
• Medication Administration: Skilled in administering medications via various methods (oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular) and via NG tubes.
• Assessment & Documentation: Perform head-to-toe assessments, mental health evaluations, and document patient progress. Provide detailed reporting and ensure accurate medical records.
• Wound & Skin Care: Manage wound care, apply dressings, and monitor healing progress.
• Patient Interaction: Provide one-on-one care, actively listening to patient needs and offering comfort and reassurance.